I was honestly surprised by how good Robowok is. The concept of robot-powered woks sounded gimmicky at first, but the food came out fresh, hot, and flavorful. Everything tastes like it was cooked to order instead of sitting under a heat lamp. The portions are perfect for mixing and matching, so I got to try several different dishes without spending much. The orange chicken was crispy with a great balance of sweetness, the chow mein had a nice texture, and the staff kept everything moving quickly even during the lunch rush. It's also super convenient if you're at USC--great value, fast service, and consistently fresh food. Definitely one of my favorite quick lunch spots around campus. I'll be coming back regularly! read more

Robowok Mini Bowls located across the street from USC is a go-to spot for affordable, flavorful Chinese food with a futuristic twist. Known for its robot-cooked, fully customizable bowls. This eco-friendly eatery serves up a variety of stir fry, noodles, and classic dishes that are perfect for students on a budget. Despite the automation, everything comes out hot, fresh, and packed with bold flavor. I tried the chow mein, teriyaki chicken, orange peel chicken and beef cubes with pineapples. They also offer solid vegetarian options like garlic eggplant green beans, chilled garlic broccoli and mapo tofu. The space itself is clean, modern, and has a relaxed, vibe--great for a quick lunch or casual dinner that still feels a little unique.. The dishes are served in convenient microwaveable to-go containers perfect for students and meal prep. Definitely a spot I'll be coming back to. I love the mix of innovative tech and seriously tasty food! read more

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Food: 4/5 Service: 4/5 Ambiance: 4/5 When I was searching for Chinese fast food and the place came up. It looks a lot like my favorite new restaurant, the interior decor color and all. Even the Togo boxes. So I decided to give it a try. When I arrived they do indeed look similar but this one don't have my favorite dipping sauce like the other one. They also have slightly different menu on top of classic Chinese dishes. I ordered Hunan chicken with rice. It was pretty spicy and good kick. I have to say it's acceptable. When I have a chance, I would definitely come back again. read more

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I'm so happy I came across this gem! They serve you in different bowls with each side you order. The portion sizes are very filling, and I was also happy to see that they offer tofu! It's not pictured, but along with the tofu I got chili cabbage and steamed rice and that kept me full for a while. I also think they have affordable pricing, $20 covered two people which is quite difficult to find today. The staff are very friendly and the seating is varied. It can get full pretty quickly but most people come and go. The food is served efficiently since it's already cooked, so it is really convenient if you're in a rush. Cool environment and nice place to eat :) read more

Robowok - 16.Steamed Rice- 4.Sweet Tomato & Scrambled Eggs- - Chinese Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Robowok Mini Bowls near USC is a popular, affordable Chinese restaurant known for its robot cooked, customizable bowls, offering a variety of stir-fries, noodles, and other dishes at budget-friendly prices for students. This is an eco friendly, and serves lunch and dinner with options like chow mein, orange chicken, and various proteins and vegetables, all cooked by automated woks for consistent flavor. read more

Robowok - Chinese Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Wish i went to panda express instead, it is more expensive and the taste is worse. And the employees helping out are rude. The beef dish i got had absolutely zero beef and the chow mein was so greasy read more

Tried this spot near USC after a friend wouldn't stop hyping it up, and wow, solid find for students. Fast service, food comes out piping hot, you can literally hear the wok going lol. The Kung Pao Chicken was super flavorful, nice kick but not crazy spicy, and the portion was generous for the price. Also grabbed Mapo Tofu - silky, numbing, super satisfying over rice. Clear pricing on the menu, no tipping required, which makes it great value for money and very student‑friendly. Freshly cooked Chinese food, great service, and zero fuss - definitely adding this to my regular food-near-USC rotation :) read more

Dropped by this spot on S Vermont after a friend from USC swore it was "clutch" for quick Chinese food, and yup, he was right. Great and fast service!! Food came out crazy fast, portions are big, and it's great value for money for sure. Nothing fancy, just solid, tasty comfort food that hits the spot :) read more

Dropped by this catering spot on S Vermont with a friend after class and wow, legit comfort food vibes. We shared the Kung Pao Chicken and Mapo Tofu with beef, and both were super flavorful without being crazy oily. Kung Pao had that perfect crunchy peanut + chili kick, and the tofu was soft, drenched in a numbing spicy sauce that actually tastes like home cooking. Portions are solid, good for sharing, and everything came out hot and fresh. If you're around USC area and craving Chinese dishes that are actually tasty and filling, this place is a clutch move :) read more

Found this spot on Vermont after a friend at USC wouldn't stop hyping it up, so we swung by for a quick bite between errands. Fast service for real -- we ordered and food hit the table in like 10 mins. Portions are super generous, definitely shareable or hello leftovers :) The Mapo Tofu was the star: nice mala kick, numbing but not brutal, tofu soaked up all the flavor. We also tried the Orange Peel Chicken, crispy edges with that sticky sweet-tangy sauce, really addictive. Great place when you want something tasty, filling, and quick without feeling ripped off. read more

DELICIOUS! I'm amazed truly! My coworker got the chow mien and kung pao chicken and am seriously blown away at the quality, portion, and price point. Can't wait to buy my own feast soon! read more

Such a cool spot! The robot chef actually cooks your food right in front of you -- super fun to watch and surprisingly fast. Everything came out hot, fresh, and full of flavor. I got the chow mein, green beans with pork, and kung pao chicken -- all so good! The place is super clean and modern, with a chill vibe. Perfect for a quick lunch that still feels special. Definitely coming back -- love the mix of tech and tasty food! read more

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Really great and friendly staff, food is fresh and clean and taste great, 10/10 recommended read more

Robowok - Chinese Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Tried this spot on S Vermont after a friend at USC kept raving about it, and wow, totally hits the craving for Chinese comfort food. The portions are seriously generous portions -- we shared a couple dishes and still had leftovers. Hunan Spicy Beef was the star: tender slices, real kick, that smoky chili aroma that makes you keep picking at it even when you're full. Mapo tofu was super comforting too, silky and nicely numbing. Staff was chill, food came out fast, and for what you get, the value's kinda insane. Definitely going back after class next time :) read more

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Friend dragged me here after class and wow, this place is such a good spot for a quick bite. Big portions, great value for money, especially around USC. Tried the Orange Peel Chicken and it was super crispy outside, juicy inside, with that sticky orange sauce that's sweet but not cloying, and a little tangy kick. Mapo Tofu was legit too, silky tofu and a nice numbing spice, not just oil. Service was chill, food came out fast, no nonsense. Definitely adding this to the regular rotation :) read more

Friend dragged me here after class and wow, super solid spot for freshly cooked Chinese food. Everything came out steaming hot, portions are generous, definitely shareable. The Orange Peel Chicken was crispy outside, juicy inside, with that perfect sweet-tangy sauce, and the Mapo Tofu had a legit numbing kick but still super flavorful. Pricing is clear on the board, no sneaky fees, and no tipping required, which makes it great value for money, especially in this area. Low-key, this is gonna be a regular takeout stop for the crew now :) read more

First time at Robowok! Food was amazing and good for the price! No line so service was quick and there are plenty of seats to sit down at tables with friends. Workers were very friendly and the place is well lit. read more

Robowok - 15.Kurobuta Rice Bowl 7.Orange Peel Chicken 13.Teriyaki Chicken - Chinese Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I got rice and two sides and it was $12 total. The orange peel chicken and eggplant + green bean stir fry hit harder than other chinese spots in the area around USC. The robot put its foot in this food! LMAO read more

Robowok - Order here - Chinese Near Me - Los Angeles, California

really good food and vibe tastes great and has a great staff no complaints but it's really close to usc

Awesome food! It is really good. And I really enjoyed it. Would come back any time. Great staff as well

Food is good but I wish it was actually hot and what I mean by that is that it's warm almost cold. read more

Robowok - Food is good but I wish the food was actually hot and what I mean by that is that it's warm almost cold Btw boba is not from here - Chinese Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Very nice restaurant, this is my third time coming back for dine in,they cook the food with the robot machine,it's so cool, definitely have to try it. read more

Robowok - Robot machine - Chinese Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Robowok was so good!! The flavors were on point, the spice had the perfect kick, and can we talk about the white rice?! Honestly the best white rice ever--soft, fluffy, and somehow magical Everything tasted fresh and delicious. 10/10 would absolutely go back! read more

It just... doesn't taste good. We ordered the orange chicken, the kurobuta, and the garlic eggplant and green beans. I kid you not, every single one of these dishes was a watered-down, hollow imitation of its authentic counterpart. I cannot stress enough the sheer lack of flavor in this fast food. Being fast food, I would have at least assumed the added sugar, MSG, and who knows how many other additives would manifest themselves in taste bud activation and compensate for low ingredient quality, but I was sorely mistaken. You'll take a bite expecting a burst of flavor only to find yourself with a mouthful of apathy. The washing-machine woks are pretty cool, but irrelevant to the discussion. You get what you pay for, and you aren't paying that much. read more

Really good food that outcompetes many other options inside USC campus (basically my new canteen now). Staff are really friendly and helpful with guidance in ordering. The whole restaurants is well maintained, love the lights! read more

Robowok - Love the lights! - Chinese Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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I'm genuinely disappointed to write this review because I was really excited for Robowok to open, I'm in the area often and loved their food during the grand opening. The flavors were great, and it quickly became a spot I wanted to keep supporting. Unfortunately, during my most recent visit, I found a wing bolt/screw in my food. Thankfully it was large enough for me to see before taking a bite, but it left me deeply concerned about how it ended up on my plate in the first place and how the staff didn't notice. When I asked for a manager, the staff seemed unsure of who that was or what steps to take next. They eventually apologized and offered me three free side dishes, which I appreciated, but honestly, I can't bring myself to return. It's hard to trust the kitchen after something like that. I really hope management takes this seriously, because this place has potential, but food safety and communication need major improvement. Guess they really are living up to their name... Robo-wok. read more

Robowok - Chinese Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Good quality food very fast service and good interior vibes especially very good for after class

I had a great experience at this RoboWok restaurant near USC. The robot cooking process is fun to watch and surprisingly efficient, and the food comes out hot, fresh, and well-seasoned every time. Portions are generous, prices are reasonable for the area, and service is fast--perfect for students. It's a unique mix of technology and comfort food that I'd definitely come back for. read more

Robowok - 8.Hunan Spicy Beef - Chinese Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Fast casual strip mall Chinese restaurant with better than average food and better than average prices. This place should do very well in the shadow of USC. Counter service was friendly and helpful. Robots working the woks are not much to look at, unfortunately. read more

Delicious great selection and great prices yummy introduction to void food so good recommendd

Great food and service faster too and amazing location near our work. Affordable price and very neat

This place is awesome! The food is tasty and affordable! Love this place!! It gone be my daily dining place. read more

Robowok - Chinese Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Delicious, affordable and fast. We had it delivered. It's packaged so perfectly and thoughtful that is arrived hot and we really enjoyed being able to have a variety of choices. Well done! See you again soon! read more

Stopped by this spot near USC for lunch after a friend raved about it, and wow--super impressed! Freshly cooked Chinese food that's fast, with generous portions too. The pricing is super clear, no tipping required, and honestly, such great value for money! It's totally student-friendly, which is perfect for me. The staff were super nice; I felt so welcomed! Definitely my new go-to lunch place. read more

workers are very lazy, went in at 8:30 for dinner (they close at 9:30) and only had 3 options left for me to choose from. Y'all have an hour left so ridiculous. read more

Stopped by this catering spot with a friend after hearing them rave about the food, and wow, it did not disappoint! The Hunan Spicy Beef? Legit fire--spicy, tender, and soooo flavorful. Portions were super generous too, like seriously, enough to share (or not, haha). Loved how everything tasted freshly cooked and came out fast. Perfect for when you're starving and want some bomb Chinese food. Definitely coming back! :) read more

Delicious, kind staff, clean and affordable!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Stopped by this spot near USC after my friend raved about their food--and wow, they weren't kidding! The portions are super generous (seriously, enough for leftovers), and everything is freshly cooked. I had the Teriyaki Chicken, and it was so tender and perfectly sweet-savory. Also tried the Hunan Spicy Beef--spicy in the best way, packed with flavor! Plus, no tipping needed and the prices are super student-friendly. Fast service too! Great bang for your buck. read more

My lunch everyday, cannot recommend this place enough. Teriyaki, kung pao, pineapple beef, and the eggplant / green beans are great.

It is a great place. Nice ambience and really nice people!!! Food was really good too.